For foreign-invested economic organizations (FDI) operating in the distribution and retail of goods in Vietnam, a Business License (commonly referred to as a Retail License) is a mandatory legal prerequisite before formally commencing commercial operations. Since coming into force, Decree No. 342/2026/ND-CP has established an updated legal framework, clearly delineating...

Decree No. 342/2026/ND-CP of the Government: Elaborating on the Commercial Law and the Law on Foreign Trade Management regarding the purchase and sale of goods and activities directly related to the purchase and sale of goods of foreign investors and foreign-invested business entities in Vietnam.

Against the backdrop of the continued development of Vietnam’s cinematographic market, cinematographic exhibition services have attracted increasing interest from foreign investors. However, this sector is subject to both investment laws and specialized regulations on cinematography. Therefore, investors should understand the market access conditions and relevant legal requirements before commencing business...

A civilized workplace requires both physical and psychological safety for employees. Under prevailing labor laws, sexual harassment in the workplace is not only an ethical violation but is also strictly sanctioned, ranging from internal disciplinary measures to administrative penalties.

Civil judgment enforcement plays a crucial role in ensuring that legally effective judgments and decisions of the Courts are duly executed, thereby safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of the State and the parties involved. Under Vietnamese law, specific prohibited acts are strictly regulated across different entities participating in the...

A judgment rendered by a competent authority only serves true justice when the legitimate rights and interests of the parties are guaranteed enforcement in practice. Nevertheless, not all dispute resolution instruments take effect for execution immediately. Clearly understanding which judgments and decisions are enforceable in Vietnam, alongside the core principles...

Law No. 106/2025/QH15 of the National Assembly: Law on Civil Judgment Enforcement in Vietnam

Vietnam's investment regulatory framework has undergone significant changes in 2026 following the entry into force of the new Law on Investment and its implementing regulations. The new framework is intended to simplify investment procedures, provide greater flexibility for investors and improve the overall investment environment. For foreign investors, however, these...

Vietnam has introduced a new regulatory framework governing foreign workers with the issuance of Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on foreign workers working in Vietnam. The Decree was issued on 7 August 2025 and took effect on the same date, replacing the previous regulations under Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP, as amended by Decree No....

The employment of foreign workers in Vietnam is increasingly vital for foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) and organizations across technology, manufacturing, trading, and services. Under prevailing labor regulations, foreign nationals must satisfy statutory conditions and obtain a valid work permit, unless eligible for a work permit exemption. The regulatory framework for foreign labor...